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Born in New York City, US, in 1989, Casey McCafferty is a self-taught artist and sculptor who specialises in wood, stone, and metal. From an early age, McCafferty worked with his father on rough carpentry and masonry.As he progressed to his teenage years, his interests turned to building computers, motorized gas scooters, and fiberglass enclosures for subwoofers. All these had one thing in common: using his hands and creating forms.

In the manner of the Shakers in 19th century America, McCafferty applies direct carving to produce his works. Sketching for planning is seldom done and templates are never used; the sculptor embraces the unpredictability of his craft, allowing the natural essence of the material to guide the creative process. Every work is unique.

McCafferty’s work seeks to convey a universal visual language inherent across civilisations throughout history, from Norse to African mythology. Merging characters and motifs from mythologies with organic forms, and often incorporating elements of human anatomy, he intertwines contemporary and ancient narratives to explore the interconnectedness of humanity.

“My sculptures are tangible embodiments of mythological narratives.They echo the whispers of forgotten languages, bridging past and present, translating the mysteries of antiquity into a language that speaks to the soul, captures something universally understood, echoes across civilisations and forging connections across time”.

McCafferty lives and works in New Jersey, and is represented by Gallery FUMI worldwide. His work has been placed in international private collections and public institutions, including OMM (Odunpazarı Modern Museum), Eskisehir,Turkey, and has been featured in SURFACE Magazine,The Design Edit, Sight Unseen and Galerie Magazine.